The Truth About Wedding Fairs: Do You Even Need To Visit One?
Written by Melissa Woods
Traditional Wedding Fairs are Outdated
It’s true! If you’ve ever stepped into a wedding fair and felt like you’d accidentally wandered into that episode of Gavin and Stacey with chair covers, hen and stag do excursions, and a rogue magician - you’re not alone - because historically, that’s what a lot of them are like.
You thought planning your wedding was meant to be exciting. Inspiring. Fun, right? I felt like that too when we were planning our wedding. I found it really frustrating to have to search so hard to find something… anything - that reflected us as a couple. Everything felt like way more of a chore than an enjoyable time in our lives. That’s exactly why we created The Un-Wedding Show - because the old model of “wedding fairs” is not a vibe anymore - that’s if it ever was.
Let’s take a look at the kind of wedding fairs you probably don’t need to visit vs an event like The Un-Wedding Show!
Cookie-Cutter Suppliers vs. Indie Creatives
Traditional wedding fairs are packed with the same repetitive suppliers - the satin chair covers, the predictable florists, cheesy wedding bands, and corporate-feeling photographers.
At The Un-Wedding Show, we curate indie suppliers especially for our attendees. Think bold florists, creative stylists, alternative photographers, and audio guest books that look nothing like telephones! The kind of suppliers who make you say, “I didn’t even know that existed”
Sales Pitches vs. Real Conversations
Traditional fairs? It’s all about the hard sell. Handing out flyers, asking you to sign up now, rattling off package deals before you’ve even caught your breath.
The Un-Wedding Show - has always been about real connection. We create a space where couples can chat with suppliers like real people. You can ask questions, share your vision, laugh, grab a drink together! It’s important that you have a genuine vibe with the people you book for your special day.
Serious Atmosphere vs. Party Vibes
Here’s the truth: most wedding fairs feel flat. You walk around, maybe nibble on a free sample of cake, and leave without any ideas or inspiration. They can feel like a drag.
The Un-Wedding Show has always been about putting the ‘party’ into your wedding planning because it should be a fun process!
Should You Bother attending a Wedding Fair?
Listen, it’s your wedding and you can do whatever you want to do. Wedding fairs are great for inspiration, real-life connection, and of course - the exclusive ‘on-the-day’ offers that you might find. But weddings and wedding fairs aren’t one-size-fits-all scenario. Choose an event that feels aligned with who you are - that way, you are more likely to get the most out of it.
Visit The Un-Wedding Show Instead
If you’re over bland fairs and ready to put the ‘party’ into your wedding planning and connect with inspirational suppliers who get your vision - grab tickets to one of our next events!
LONDON - October 18–19, 2025
LIVERPOOL - November 23, 2025
